Sarkari Yojana
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students
About Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students
Run under the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, this scholarship for SC students works to raise the Gross Enrolment Ratio of Scheduled Caste students in higher education — particularly those from the poorest households — by giving them financial help once they reach the post-matriculation or post-secondary stage, so they can keep studying and finish their education.
- Scope
1. The scholarship applies only to studies pursued within India, and beneficiaries are chosen by whichever State Government or Union Territory the applicant permanently belongs to (that is, the State/UT where they are domiciled, per that State’s domicile rules). 1. It covers both students already receiving the scholarship and those newly admitted.
Courses under the Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC Students fall into four groups:
1. Group I: Degree and Post-Graduate courses in Medicine, Engineering, Technology, Planning, Architecture, Design, Fashion Technology, Agriculture, Veterinary Sciences, Management, Business Finance/Administration, Computer Science/Applications, and Commercial Pilot Licence courses (including helicopter and multi-engine ratings). 1. Group II: Post-Graduate Diploma courses across Management and medicine-related branches, plus C.A./I.C.W.A./C.S./I.C.F.A., etc. 1. Group III: Graduate and Post-Graduate courses outside Groups 1 and 2, such as B.A./B.Sc./B.Com and M.A./M.Sc./M.Com. 1. Group IV: Management and Catering, Travel/Tourism/Hospitality Management, Interior Decoration, Nutrition & Dietetics, Commercial Art, and Financial Services (Banking, Insurance, Taxation, etc.).
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Only Indian nationals may apply
Only Indian nationals may apply.
Applicants must belong to a Scheduled Caste and…
Applicants must belong to a Scheduled Caste and have passed Matriculation, Higher Secondary, or a higher exam from a recognized university or Board of Secondary Education.
The scholarship goes to students whose parents or…
The scholarship goes to students whose parents or guardians earn ₹2,50,000 or less per year from all sources combined.
Institutions themselves set the upper age limit for…
Institutions themselves set the upper age limit for admitting regular students to each class.
Anyone repeating the same stage of education in…
Anyone repeating the same stage of education in a different subject, after already clearing that stage once, is not eligible.
Students studying via correspondence or online modes are…
Students studying via correspondence or online modes are also eligible.
Every child of a given parent or guardian…
Every child of a given parent or guardian is entitled to scheme benefits.
Anyone holding this scholarship cannot simultaneously hold any…
Anyone holding this scholarship cannot simultaneously hold any other scholarship or stipend.
Benefits Provided
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Category Of Courses
Hostellers (Yearly)Day Scholars ( Yearly)Group-1 Degree and post-Graduate level professional courses: ₹13,000/- (Hostellers), ₹7,000/- (Day Scholars). Group-2: Other professional courses leading to a Degree, Diploma, or Certificate: ₹9,500/- (Hostellers), ₹6,500/- (Day Scholars). Group-3 Graduate and Post-Graduate courses not falling under Group 1 or Group 2: ₹6,000/- (Hostellers), ₹3,000/- (Day Scholars). Group-4: All post-matriculation, non-degree courses below Class X level: ₹4,000/- (Hostellers), ₹2,500/- (Day Scholars).
Note 1
. Divyang students receive an additional 10% allowance. Note 2. Students pursuing C.A./I.C.W.A./C.S./I.C.F.A. are treated as day scholars for academic-allowance purposes, while those studying through correspondence or online courses do not qualify for the academic allowance at all.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
A recent photograph of the applicant
A recent photograph of the applicant.
The relevant academic certificate
The relevant academic certificate.
A valid caste certificate
A valid caste certificate.
Proof establishing the family's income
Proof establishing the family's income.
A domicile certificate
A domicile certificate.
The applicant's bank account details
The applicant's bank account details.
The Aadhaar card
The Aadhaar card.
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students through the online application process outlined below.
Registration for New Applicant
Go to the official NSP website and select…
Go to the official NSP website and select New Registration under Applicant Corner.
Read through the instructions/guidelines, tick the box to…
Read through the instructions/guidelines, tick the box to give the undertaking, and click Continue.
Kick off registration using a Mobile OTP
Kick off registration using a Mobile OTP.
Have your Aadhaar details and bank account details…
Have your Aadhaar details and bank account details ready, as these are required. Registered Applicant
Go to the official NSP website and select…
Go to the official NSP website and select Fresh Application under Applicant Corner.
Log in with your application ID and password
Log in with your application ID and password.
Pick the scholarship you're applying for
Pick the scholarship you're applying for.
Complete the applicant form
Complete the applicant form.
Attach the necessary documents
Attach the necessary documents.
Hit Submit
Hit Submit.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.